Obituaries

March 2, 2023

Linda J. Kujawa, nee Hubert, age 75, beloved wife of the late Daniel J. Kujawa (2008). Loving mother of Matthew (Beth) Kujawa. Cherished grandmother of Austin, Nickolas, Peyton, and Jaxson . Devoted daughter of the late Emil and Marjorie Hubert. Dear sister of Dee Tracy and Terry Hubert. Dearest aunt of Kara and Kaylyn Tracy. Fond cousin and friend of...

March 1, 2023

Olga Sirigas

Olga Sirigas May 4, 1945 – March 1, 2023

Visitation for Mrs. Sirigas will be held on Thursday March 9th from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Maher Funeral Home, 17101 71st Avenue Tinley Park Illinois 60477 (1 Block East of Harlem on 171st Street). Trisagion Service 6:30 PM.

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February 26, 2023

Edward P. McSweeney, age 75, loving father of Kevin McSweeney and Theresa (Jeffrey) Aron. Cherished Papa of Austin and Katrina Aron. Dear brother of the late Kathryn Scott. Devoted son of the late Edward H. and Margaret McSweeney. Services to be held at a later date. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

February 24, 2023

Mary Beryl Houlihan, nee Kane, age 98, beloved wife of the late James Houlihan (2001). Loving mother of the late David Houlihan (1989). Devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Beryl Kane. Dear sister of John "Jack" Kane and the late Joseph Kane, the late Patricia Kane and the late Maurice Kane. Dearest aunt, great aunt, great-great aunt, and great-great-great...

February 21, 2023

Jeffrey A. McInturff, age 59, loving son of Don A. and the late Barbara McInturff, nee Stolarek. Dear brother of Don E. (Joyce) McInturff and David McInturff. Dearest uncle of Alison, Emma, Bethany and Hannah. Jeff was a hard working man both in concrete construction and as a bricklayer. He was a passionate Chicago Cubs and Bears fan as well....

February 19, 2023

Cathleen L. "Cathy" Taylor, nee Meyer, age 60 of Hazel Crest, IL, born on July 29, 1962 to Viola and the late Clarence Meyer. Beloved wife for 35 years to Johnny Taylor. Loving mother of Lindsey (Tony) Howell, Katie Taylor, Terry (late Debbie) Hunter, Janice Buckner, Johnny Peterson, Connie (Eddie) Hune, and Johnny Jr. (Misty) Taylor. Cherished grandmother of Jurnee,...

February 17, 2023

Alfred Wayne Howard went to be with God on Friday February 17th, 2023, surrounded by his devoted family.  He was a loving husband, proud father and grandfather.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Vivian Howard. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years Gwen, their children; Lisa, Alfred (Heather), Abby (Mark), Holly...

February 17, 2023

Robert A. “Bobby” Joyce Sr., age 75, born August 27, 1947, of Frankfort, IL formerly of Steger, IL passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He is loved by his wife of 41 years, Teresa (Wold), children Robert Jr & Valerie Joyce, Amy & Steve Herr and Megan & Tony Kuraja. His pride and joy were his eight grandchildren; Nicholas,...

February 17, 2023

Romell Novak, nee Slabik, age 99, beloved wife of the late Albert P. Novak (1996). Loving mother of Nancy (Wayne) Clauson and Judith Kenney. Cherished grandmother of Jaime (Christopher) McCleverty. Dearest great-grandmother of Connor, Colin, Liam and Quinn McCleverty. Dear sister of the late Benedict (late Christine) Slabik. Fond aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, February...

February 17, 2023

Dean K. Kloese, age 58, beloved husband for 33 years to Carolynn Kloese, nee Vander Zouwen. Loving father of Nicole (Mitchell) Winterburn, Jerry Kloese, and Casey Kloese. Cherished Papa of Ada and Walker Winterburn and Dean C. Kloese. Dear brother of Peggy (William) Sluis, and David Kloese. Fond brother-in-law of Mina (Ted) Serhienko, Rika (Gerald) Snip, Trudy (Rev. Dr. Michael)...

February 16, 2023

Carl M. Servin, 87, at home after an illness.  Veteran US Army.  Beloved son of his late parents, Carl Sr. and Hazel (nee Mauer).  Cherished Husband of Kathleen (nee O'shea).  Devoted father of; Carl and Nancy.  Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Carl loved fishing, golfing and biking.  His goal later in life was to ride his bike...

February 14, 2023

Mr. Donald D. Sobczak, 95, Veteran US Navy, at Ingalls Hospital after a short illness.  Beloved son of his late parents Joseph and Irene (nee Solie).  Cherished husband for 73 years to Aurania (nee Ousset).  Devoted father of; Kenneth (Terri), Richard (Lil) and Donalyn (the late Dave) Jurkiewicz.  Dearest grandfather of; Tim (Jody), Mike, AmyJurkiewicz and Taylor.  Dearest great-grandfather...

February 13, 2023

Patricia Elizabeth Mathews Nelson, 1947-2023

Patricia Elizabeth Mathews Nelson, age 75, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 13, 2023. She was born on May 19, 1947 to Robert Hugh Mathews and Joan Blaschke Mathews in Gary, Indiana, the fourth of ten children. She attended St. Luke’s Elementary School in Gary IN and Andrean High School in...

February 12, 2023

Mr. Dennis A. Calhoun, 68, late of Tinley Park, at Palos Hospital, after an illness.  Cherished husband of Karen (nee Malaichuk).  Devoted father of; Melissa (Alan) Bartos, Katelyn (Alan) Zamazal and Matthew Calhoun.  Loving brother of the late Donald (Susan).  Fond uncle of his nieces and nephews.  Dennis was a devoted family man who loved sports, and was a...

February 11, 2023

John L. Skrbec

John L. Skrbec September 29, 1941 – February 11, 2023

Visitation for Mr. Skrbec will be Saturday, February 18th from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Maher Funeral Home at 17101 71st Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. ( 1 Block East of Harlem on 171st Street) Celebration of Life Service will...

February 11, 2023

Marion W. Sperling, nee Huisman, age 94, beloved wife of the late Thomas R. Sperling (1996). Loving mother of Thomas M. (Linda) Sperling, Bruce (Jacqueline) Sperling, Pam (Bob) Smits, and Kim (Glenn) Peterson. Cherished grandmother of Tom (Debbie) and Tim (Tammy) Sperling; Calvin (Christy) Sperling, Camie Sperling Cirrincione, late Bruce (Jill) Sperling, late Mark Sperling; Bob (Denys) Smits; Michael Newell,...

February 10, 2023

Jean J. Ranos (Nee Wojciechowski) 93, passed at home after a brief illness, with her loving family at her side. Wife of the late Arthur “Bud” Dietmeyer, and the late John Ranos. Beloved mother of Nancy (Nick) Manzie, Sandy (Jay) VanEcho, Brian (Leina) Dietmeyer and the late Daniel Dietmeyer. Fond Grandmother of Brent, Elise, Cassidi, Brianna, Dylan, Lauren, Renee,...

February 9, 2023

Faye L. Schau, nee Ottmann, age 86, beloved wife of the late Charles H. Schau. Loving mother of Laurie (late Richard) Heemstra and the late Randy (Sheila) Schau. Cherished grandmother of Jacqueline (Jacob) Ipema, Kelsey (Eric) Chen, Lindsey (David) Brushaber, Michelle (Kyle) Mann; Molly and William Schau. Dearest great-grandmother of Ryker, Gideon, Hudson, and Marleigh. Dear sister of Kae (Randy)...

February 9, 2023

Richard Lee Schuler, better known as Rich, passed away on February 9, 2023 at the age of 68 while visiting family in Florida. Rich had overcome a myriad of medical issues over the last 20 years of his life, culminating in a heart attack in September of 2022. He remained determined through it all, but the complications that followed were...

February 9, 2023

James E. "Jim" Dennis, age, 77, beloved husband for 47 years to Kathleen A. "Kathy" Dennis, nee Gallois. Loving father of Michael (Cheryl) Dennis, Tammy (Sloan) Zupan, Tom Dennis, Jennifer (Tony Regovic) Dennis, Jeanna (Shawn) Holbrook and the late Sandra Nielsen. Cherished grandfather of Frankie and Nick Nielsen and the late Amanda; Ashlee Dennis; Logan and Jessica Zupan; Tommy Dennis;...